The 2026 Subaru Forester Limited Hybrid AWD strikes an excellent balance between mid-range value and premium comfort, featuring high-quality amenities alongside Subaru’s 'series-parallel hybrid technology.' Powered by a 2.5-liter 'Atkinson-cycle BOXER' engine and an electric motor, the vehicle delivers a combined output of 194 horsepower, while EPA estimates indicate a combined fuel economy of 35 MPG and a driving range of up to 581 miles.
| Basic Information | |
| Brand | Subaru |
| Model | Forester Hybrid |
| Model Year | 2026 |
| Trim | Limited Hybrid AWD |
| Status | New / Current Model |
| Release | 2026(North America) |
| Vehicle Type | Compact SUV / Crossover |
| Body Style | 5-Door SUV |
| Seating Capacity | 5 |
| Number of Doors | 4 |
| Powertrain & Performance | |
| Engine | 2.5-L SUBARU BOXER® 4-Cylinder + Electric Motor |
| Hybrid System | Series-Parallel Hybrid |
| Combined Horsepower | 194 hp |
| Torque | 154 lb-ft (Engine) + Electric Motor Torque |
| Transmission | Lineartronic® Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) |
| Drivetrain | Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive (AWD) |
| 0–60 mph | 7.8 - 8.0 seconds |
| Top Speed | 115 mph |
| Battery & Fuel Efficiency | |
| Battery Type | High-Capacity Lithium-Ion (Li-ion) Battery |
| Electric Motor Output | 88 kW |
| EPA Combined Fuel Economy | 35–38 mpg |
| Estimated Driving Range | 550–600 miles |
| Dimensions & Body | |
| Length | 183.3 inches (4,656 mm) |
| Width | 72.0 inches (1,829 mm) |
| Height | 68.1 inches (1,730 mm) |
| Wheelbase | 105.1 inches (2,670 mm) |
| Ground Clearance | 8.7 inches (221 mm) |
| Curb Weight | 3,880 lbs (1,760 kg) |
| Steering & Handling | |
| Steering Type | Dual-Pinion Electronic Power Steering (EPS) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut with Stabilizer Bar |
| Rear Suspension | Double Wishbone with Stabilizer Bar |
| Drive Modes | Dual-Function X-MODE® + SI-DRIVE® |
| Brakes | |
| Brake Type | 4-Wheel Regenerative Disc Brakes (Front & Rear Vented Discs) |
| ABS | 4-Wheel, 4-Channel ABS with Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD) |
| Stability & Traction Control | Vehicle Dynamics Control (VDC) with Active Torque Vectoring |
| Wheels & Tires | |
| Wheels | 18-inch Machine-Finish Aluminum-Alloy Wheels |
| Optional Wheel Sizes | 19-inch |
| Tire Size | 225/55R18 |
| Exterior Features | |
| Headlights | Steering Responsive LED Headlights (SRH) with Auto High Beam |
| Daytime Running Lights | LED |
| Roof Rails | Low-Profile |
| Mirrors | Power, Heated Exterior Mirrors with Integrated Turn Signals |
| Rear Gate | Hands-Free Power Rear Gate with Foot Sensor & Lock Button |
| Moonroof | Perforated Leather-Trimmed Upholstery / Durable StarTex® Upholstery |
| Interior & Comfort | |
| Upholstery | Perforated Leather-Trimmed Upholstery / Durable StarTex® Upholstery |
| Climate Control | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control with Rear Vents |
| Heated Front Seats | Standard |
| Ventilated Front Seats | Not Available |
| Heated Rear Seats | Not Available |
| Power Front Seats | 10-way Power Driver Seat + 8-way Power Passenger Seat |
| Premium Audio | Harman Kardon® |
| Infotainment & Connectivity | |
| Instrument Cluster | 12.3-inch Digital |
| Center Display | 11.6-inch Touchscreen |
| Apple CarPlay | Wireless |
| Android Auto | Wireless |
| Bluetooth | Standard |
| Navigation | Integrated |
| Wireless Charging | Standard |
| Safety & Driver Assistance | |
| EyeSight® Driver Assist | Standard |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | Yes |
| Lane Centering Assist | Yes |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | Yes |
| Rear Cross-Traffic Alert | Yes |
| Reverse Automatic Braking | Yes |
| Parking Sensors | Front & Rear |
| 360° Camera | Available |
| Practicality & Cargo | |
| Cargo Volume (Seats Up) | 28.9 cu ft |
| Cargo Volume (Seats Down) | 69.1 cu ft |
| Rear Seats | 60/40 Split Folding |
| Warranty | |
| Basic Warranty | 3 Years / 36,000 Miles |
| Powertrain Warranty | 5 Years / 60,000 Miles |
| Hybrid Battery Warranty | 8 Years / 100,000 Miles |
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